The South Carolina Department of Commerce, through Emergency Support Function (ESF) 24, is actively engaged in supporting the business community for impacts of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and is available to answer non-medical questions related to industry support.
“Non-Essential Business Closure” Executive Order
Governor McMaster directed the closure of “Non-Essential” Businesses. Effective 5:00 pm on April 1, 2020, venues, facilities, services and activities for public use will close temporarily. To clarify your business status, please consult our Non-Essential Business listing.
Small Business Financial Assistance
SBA Loan ResourcesSBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL)$10K Advance on EIDLEconomic Injury Disaster Loan Fact SheetApply Online-Economic Injury Disaster LoanPaycheck Protection LoanPaycheck Protection Loan FAQsEmergency Loans-Small Business Guide & ChecklistSmall Business Owner's Guide to CARES ActCARES Act Small Business FAQs